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Gonzaga University student-athletes continue to stand out in the classroom as 179 Bulldogs were named to the 10th annual West Coast Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll which recognizes student-athletes who balanced athletic success with academic exc

SAN BRUNO, Calif. - Gonzaga University student-athletes continue to stand out in the classroom as 179 Bulldogs were named to the 10th annual West Coast Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll which recognizes student-athletes who balanced athletic success with academic excellence.

Last year, 893 student-athletes across the WCC were honored for possessing at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scare, setting a record high for the conference. This year, the number grew yet again, as 935 student-athletes garnered spots in the 2010-11 WCC Commissioner's Honor Roll.

"Breaking the all-time record for the third consecutive year is an impressive accomplishment," said WCC Commissioner Jamie Zaninovich. "The continuous increase in Commissioner's Honor Roll recipients over the last few years is a testament to our schools' commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes that strive for excellence in both athletics and academics."

Gonzaga's 179 honorees accounted for 19.1 percent of the total student-athletes honored.